How To Fix /SCWM/SERIAL035 - Provisional serial numbers cannot be blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/SERIAL -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Provisional serial numbers cannot be blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL035 - Provisional serial numbers cannot be blocked ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/SERIAL035 indicates that provisional serial numbers cannot be blocked. This error typically arises in the context of warehouse management and serial number handling in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an attempt to block a provisional serial number that is not allowed to be blocked. Provisional serial numbers are typically used in scenarios where the serial number is not yet finalized or confirmed, and blocking them may not be permissible due to business rules or system configurations.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Provisional Status: The serial number is in a provisional state and cannot be blocked until it is confirmed or finalized.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow blocking of provisional serial numbers.
  Business Process: The business process being followed may not support blocking provisional serial numbers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Serial Number Status: Verify the status of the serial number in question. Ensure that it is not in a provisional state if you intend to block it.
  
  
  Confirm Serial Numbers: If the serial number is provisional, confirm it to change its status to a finalized state. This can typically be done through the appropriate transaction or process in SAP EWM.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP EWM related to serial number management. Ensure that the settings allow for the desired operations on serial numbers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to serial number management in EWM for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding provisional serial numbers.
  
  
  Business Process Review: If the blocking of provisional serial numbers is a requirement, review the business processes in place to see if adjustments are needed to accommodate this.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that deal with serial number management, such as /SCWM/PRT for handling provisional serial numbers.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to block the serial number has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.